There’s no surer sign of success than the expansion to new locations of beloved businesses, and there are plenty of note this month. Salad mecca Sweetgreen opens a new location in Evanston, Soul & Smoke expands to Chicago, and La Boulangerie opens its third location — this time in Humboldt Park. A few fine dining […]
‘Tis the holiday shopping season! Sure, it can be easy to hop on Amazon to do your holiday shopping, but we encourage you to remember to support your local shops whenever possible, especially during the holidays when competition is so high. We’ve made it easy for you with our list of Chicago small businesses to […]
Although holiday shopping can be exhausting, it’s actually good for you. A Harvard Business School study found that giving gifts, money or donating to others increases our happiness more than spending that money on ourselves. So, go ahead and spoil the ones you love this year. Not only will it lift your mood, but your […]
Treat the important women in your life to the perfect gift that will make them feel special. Here are a few items that will do just that. Arch Glow Botantical Beauty Oil, $295 913 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka The perfect blend of organic and natural botanical oils, this oil is downright amazing, perfect for all […]
Wow your someone special this holiday with these stunning gifts from local jewelry stores. Buccellati Opera Tulle 18-Karat Yellow and White Gold Bracelet, $3,500 62 E Oak St., Chicago Made in Italy, this bracelet is inspired by the ornate motifs seen throughout Renaissance opera houses. The delicate chain, which can be worn at two lengths, […]
Restaurants and other places listed here are open for business, with some scheduled to hold their grand openings in the next few weeks. Delays are always a possibility, of course, so please call to confirm that these places are open before you make the trek to them. Food & Drink Pigtail 500 N. Clark Street, […]
In search of the perfect gifts for the men on your list? Here are some of the best guy gifts, available in stores throughout the Chicago area. Few Spirits 10th Anniversary Bourbon, $54.99 918 Chicago Ave, Evanston Celebrating a decade of distilling, this anniversary blend has bold notes of spicy cinnamon, oak and vanilla, with […]
Every October we think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign that reminds us to honor survivors and those we’ve lost, and pushes us to help fund breast cancer education and research. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, making it the most common cancer diagnosed in […]
After the 2020 Met Gala was canceled due to you-know-what, we were eagerly awaiting this year’s big night. The 2021 theme was “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion,” which translated to a celebration of American fashion. This left celebrity and high-profile guests with a lot of room for interpretation — was it all about American […]
I don’t know about you, but as soon as I get that first hint of fall in the air, all I want is pumpkin spice, campfires and cozy things. It’s the perfect season for a good reason; we have Oktoberfest, the changing colors, a new excuse to buy boots and coats, and the ultimate holiday, […]
